BUDō - Northwest Jiu-Jitsu Academy Vancouver

3163 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC V5R 5K2, Canada

5.0 (101 reviews)

Pricing

From $35/class

Classes

Adults Classes

Facilities

Mat Space

Culture

Welcoming Environment

Access

Free Trial

At BUDō Jiu-Jitsu in Vancouver we teach teens and adults Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Self-Defense in a safe & friendly environment. Offering day and evening classes.

Class Schedule

Monday 1 classes

18:00 – 20:00 Advanced/Competition From schedule image

Tuesday 2 classes

12:00 – 13:00 Fundamentals Gi From schedule image

20:15 – 21:45 All Levels No-Gi From schedule image

Wednesday 2 classes

18:00 – 19:00 Fundamentals Gi From schedule image

19:00 – 20:00 All Levels Gi From schedule image

Thursday 2 classes

12:00 – 13:00 Fundamentals No-Gi From schedule image

20:15 – 21:45 All Levels No-Gi From schedule image

Friday 2 classes

18:00 – 19:00 Fundamentals No-Gi From schedule image

19:00 – 20:00 All Levels No-Gi From schedule image

Saturday 2 classes

18:00 – 19:00 Fundamentals Gi From schedule image

19:00 – 20:00 All Levels Gi From schedule image

Sunday 2 classes

12:00 – 13:00 Fundamentals Gi From schedule image

13:00 – 14:00 All Levels Gi From schedule image

Coaches

Scott Boudreau Head Coach Owner

Third-degree IBJJF black belt

Head coach; four-time IBJJF World Master champion and IBJJF Pan American Championship winner.

Dan Clement

Third Degree Black Belt

Lifelong martial artist; began teaching BJJ in 2010 and earned BJJ Black Belt in 2015 under Don Whitefield.

James Tyson

Black Belt

Practicing Jiu-Jitsu since 2013; received his Black Belt in 2024.

Sam Suk

Black Belt

Teaches Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes and began training in 2008.

Tolga Aggul

Brazilian jiu jitsu Brown Belt

Creative approach to Brazilian jiu jitsu and supports teammatesâ€™ growth.

Membership Prices

One

CA$35.00 class

One — $35

Private Class

CA$185.00 class

$185 One Hour Class (includes video)

Monthly Unlimited (Recurring)

CA$195.00 month

$195 + GST Adults/Teens

Single Month

CA$225.00 month

$225 + GST Adults/Teens

Ten

CA$299.00 10 classes

Ten — $299

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VMB

I have trained for several years in BJJ and for me, Budō stands out as a truly unique school. The professors are highly technical, attentive and actively supervise students during drills and rolls making sure everyone is learning correctly and safely. Their hands-on coaching has helped me develop a deeper understanding of both the techniques and the culture of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. What I appreciate most is the environment. Budō is calm, welcoming and focused on learning rather than ego. It’s a safe space where students of all levels can ask questions, adapt their techniques and continuously improve. If you’re looking for a gym with excellent instruction, a supportive community and a positive atmosphere I highly recommend Budō.

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Posted 1 month ago
Michael Byrne

BUDŌ Northwest Jiu-Jitsu Academy has been a very positive part of our time training BJJ in Vancouver. Scott, the owner, is an excellent instructor and a genuinely nice person. He is technical, patient, and takes the time to explain details in a way that works for people at different levels of experience. He creates an environment that is focused and serious about training, while still being welcoming and respectful. Dan, a senior black belt and second to Scott, also brings a great deal of experience and knowledge to the academy, be sure to join his kettlebell conditioning pre-class which is something I enjoyed and will continue. His instruction is detailed and thoughtful, and together they maintain a strong standard of training across the gym, including a recent gold at the World Masters in La Vegas. My wife and I are both grateful for the time we spent with Scott, Dan, the people we met, and the experience we gained at BUDO. We would have no hesitation recommending the academy to anyone looking for safe, quality, friendly Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction in Vancouver.

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Posted 1 month ago
Mike M

Best Jiujitsu Club in Metro Vancouver. Safe training partners and no ego. OSS!

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Posted 2 months ago
Deven Needles

I dropped by for a class at Budo while on vacation. I was welcomed by the entire team, everyone was incredibly friendly, and the instruction was top notch. I was really impressed. If you are nervous about starting Jiu jitsu rest assured that this is a safe, fun, and welcoming gym.

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Posted 3 months ago
Hugh McClelland

A great group of all skill levels, I only have good things to say about Budo and the incredible team of instructors.

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Posted 4 months ago
R B

Of all the gyms I’ve checked out over the years, BUDō is the one I’ve chosen to call home. The instruction is exceptional; it’s technical and creative while still being accessible to people at every level. The culture here really sets this gym apart. It’s a friendly, ego-free environment where people can train hard, learn, and have fun without feeling intimidated. Highly recommend, whether you’re a beginner or have been training for years.

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Posted 4 months ago
Jay Szeto

Did (and still doing) some of the no-gi and gi fundamental classes. Long story short, the instructors are very knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful! Questions before each lesson are encouraged during the classes, which is a great way to hear about an instructors' perspective on a Jiu-Jitsu topic.

Instructors Classes
Posted 5 months ago
Genesis Ong

I joined Budo Northwest when I was over 35 and hadn’t trained in quite some time. I was a bit unsure about getting back into it, but I felt comfortable from the start. The team is encouraging, patient, and respectful. It’s a supportive environment where people train seriously but without unnecessary ego, which I really appreciated coming back after a break. Scott is a strong coach and active competitor, and that experience shows in the level of instruction. He’s open to questions and encourages students to think critically about their training, including doing their own research and cross-training. The other coaches are great as well — knowledgeable, approachable, and genuinely invested in helping students improve. I’ve been a member for over a year now and plan to continue training here. If you’re considering training, it’s worth stopping by to see if it’s a good fit for you.

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Posted 8 months ago
Chetan Atwal

Budo is an amazing gym to train Jiu Jitsu, I started training around 6 months ago and even coming in as a complete novice, could tell it was a great gym. The instructors are top notch, the facility is clean and the community is very welcoming. It always feels like a judgement free space where everyone is helping each other grow and learn. If you are new to martial arts and are on the fence about trying it, I highly recommend this gym. You can always do a trial class with no pressure.

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Posted 9 months ago
Tony Guang

Joining BUDO has been life changing for me. Scott, Dan and Stephen are literally world class. For anyone that knows about the “Blue Basement” in NYC - I’ve taken classes there, and I would much rather be here. No matter how bad my day has been, I can say with absolute conviction that I’ve always left class in a better mood than when I came.
Posted 1 year ago
Jason De Vera

I have stopped training Bjj for few years due to shoulder and back injuries. But signing up even for only one month at this dojo awakened my spirit of jiu jitsu again! I wish I signed up earlier at this Dojo! Professor Scott's classes are top notch, I always looked forward to being on the matt. He has a great curriculum teachings, technical and effective and attends to each student to make sure they fully understand the fundamentals and techniques. It's great for all levels from beginner to advanced. you will feel exactly at home. unfortunately i moved to Calgary, but definitely will drop in whenever im in Vancouver. OSS! - Jason
Posted 2 years ago
Michael Bonneville

Budo is like my home away from home. Whenever I'm in Vancouver, It is my go to spot for jiu jitsu. Scott and the whole team are super welcoming. Training partners here are great and instruction is top notch! Overall a great place for beginners and seasoned jiu jitsu competitors alike.
Posted 3 years ago
Anthony Wong

I joined Budo to focus on improving my grappling for MMA. What started as the occasional class became a regular routine where I eventually competed with Scott as my coach. I went from feeling hopeless at BJJ to winning a gold medal in masters white belt. This is a fantastic gym to gain knowledge from a world class competition level black belt in Scott. There are many high level belts to get more knowledge from and will help you in your journey on the mats. The vibe is quite friendly and welcoming for total beginners. Mats are cleaned regularly. For smaller people, there's all kinds of body types so you won't be crushed by a disproportionate group of light heavyweights. A good number of regular students are female if you're looking for a more female friendly gym. Classes are run with Q&A, technique, then about half an hour of rolling/sparring. This is a good formula for fixing issues specific to you and getting in valuable mat time. Budo is a solid choice if you're just starting or wanting a place to grow.
Posted 3 years ago
O Ruppel

After trying several other BJJ schools I am grateful to have found Budo. The instructors are excellent; they break complex moves down into manageable steps so us beginners can understand. They are also attentive, answering questions and watching us practice to ensure we are doing the techniques properly. On top of the excellent instructors, the whole Budo team is extremely welcoming. I feel lucky to have found a place where I am this excited to attend each class.
Posted 4 years ago